A creative partnership spanning over a decade, Suzan and Michelle worked side by side as artists, designers, and art directors at a national non-profit in the post-secondary education sector. What began as an inside joke—naming an imaginary agency after their middle names in common—blossomed into a shared vision rooted in purpose-driven work to effect meaningful impact. When opportunity knocked, they answered by transforming a long-running idea into Helen + Hélène, a studio where strategy meets heart and creativity fuels change.
Our approach
Women-owned and 100% Canadian, H+H is a newly launched bilingual design and marketing studio committed to empowering organizations with the tools needed to drive meaningful change. Offering research, strategy, design, and digital services all in one studio, we craft thoughtful, impactful experiences that connect with audiences across all platforms. Collaborating with a trusted network of skilled designers, developers, and writers, we assemble a team tailored to each project, ensuring solutions that meet the unique needs of our clients.
Sectors we serve
- Nonprofits, NGOs & Associations
- Education & Academia
- Healthcare & Wellness
- Government & Public Sector
- Technology & Innovation
- Arts, Culture & Creative Industries
- Environmental & Sustainability Initiatives
- Social Enterprises & B Corps
- Professional Services & Member-Based Organizations
- Consumer Brands & Purpose-Driven Businesses
Meet Helen + Hélène
Suzan Helen Hill
Suzan brings over 25 years of experience in digital strategy, UX design, and technology solutions. Her career began in the advertising and creative industry, where she collaborated with notable clients such as Universal Music—working on projects for popular artists like U2, Stevie Wonder, The Rolling Stones, and Paul McCartney—and major consumer brands including General Motors, Nissan, McDonald’s, Barbie, Blackberry, Subway, and Telus.
Throughout her career, Suzan has also contributed her expertise to the non-profit sector, working with organizations such as Planned Parenthood, Carleton University, Personal Democracy Forum, and Colleges & Institutes Canada. She holds a certificate in Brand Journalism and Digital Storytelling from the University of Toronto and is currently pursuing a degree in Global Development Studies at Queen’s University. Suzan also serves as a board member and director of communications for a non-profit arts collective.
Michelle Hélène Dupras
Michelle is a bilingual designer with over 25 years of experience in branding, illustration, and visual storytelling. She brings a sharp eye for detail and a passion for creating work that resonates across both print and digital platforms. Her career includes years of experience in the post-secondary education and non-profit sectors, with positions at Algonquin College and Colleges & Institutes Canada.She has collaborated with organizations such as Universities Canada and worked closely with colleges and cégeps across the nation.
Michelle has also developed brand identities and communication materials for national and international initiatives funded by the Government of Canada. Beyond education and advocacy, her work includes projects for Mastercard Foundation, the Ottawa School of Art, and community organizations such as Big Brothers Big Sisters of Ottawa and HOPE Beach Volleyball. She is a graduate of Algonquin College with an Advanced Diploma in Graphic Design.